I do kind of make them do it. But in the end, they are so glad to have performed. And they are more inspired. Inspiration by recital Why, before the recital one young man had asked his Mother why he…
Black & White Party of Big Band Movie Music Yes, The Bureau of Standards Big Band returns to Jimmy Mak’s for the third time this Saturday! ** The Rose Festival Starlight Parade is happening around the same time. Allow for…
How to Give a Practice Performance and Stop Stage Fright It’s time again for the Spring recital performance. My students have been practicing their solos and ensemble pieces. They have been practicing scales and long tones; their foundational skills. And…
You Know You Are A Musician When… You state your walking pace in BPM. It all started when I was taking a walk in my neighborhood…
While it is true that I can make music on my own, it is wa-aa-ay more fun to play with others. I appreciate other musicians and the groups we form to play music together. Over the years I have participated…
Most of my music-making comes from playing musical instruments. Yes, I like to sing and whistle and hum with the best of them. But most of my music-making is done by playing a saxophone, clarinet, harmonica, Native American flute, or…